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The Man with the Lead Stomach: A Nicolas Le Floch Investigation, Book 2

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Crime & Suspense

October 1761An unusual death during a society evening at the Opera reveals something sinister at the heart of the French court . . .Newly-promoted Commissioner Le Floch on duty at a Royal performance of Rameau's latest work. Events take a dramatic turn and Nicolas is soon embarked on his second major investigation when the body of a prominent courtier's son is found.The initial evidence points to suicide, but Le Floch's instincts tell him he is dealing with murder of the most gruesome kind.

© 2025 Pushkin Vertigo (Ebook): 9781805336266

Translators: Michael Glencross

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Ebook: January 1, 2025

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